Mar 28, 2024  
ARCHIVED 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
ARCHIVED 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Curriculum

The courses listed herein have been approved by the faculty as authorized by the Board of Trustees. Courses are subject to change through normal academic channels, and information about new courses approved after publication of this catalog can be obtained in the Office of the Registrar or from appropriate departments. Typically, 13.5 hours per week of combined class and study time are expected for each three credit hour course.

The frequency of offering each course is determined by the department or division as demand indicates. Course numbering is intended to reflect the level of preparation which a student should have to enroll in a specific course, but courses are not numbered according to difficulty within a hundred series. Courses numbered below 100 affect the cumulative grade point average, but are not applied to the 120 credit hours required for graduation at North Central College.

Course Descriptions

Prerequisites (if any) and the General Education Requirement(s) which each course fulfills (if any) are noted following each course description.

If a course qualifies as an Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) General Education course, then an IAI code appears to the right of the course title. The letter codes are C (Communications), F (Fine Arts), H (Humanities), L (Life Sciences), M (Mathematics), P (Physical Sciences) and S (Social Behavioral Sciences). Note that some courses meeting NCC general education requirements are not approved by the IAI. Students intending to transfer to another school participating in the IAI are strongly encouraged to take only courses approved by the IAI for general education core requirements.

 

Physics

  
  • PHY 490 - Research

    1.00-3.00 credit hours
    Techniques of literature searching, laboratory investigation and data reporting; intensive work with the instructor on a problem chosen by mutual agreement. This course may be repeated.


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Political Science

  
  • PSC 101 - Introduction to American Government

    3.00 credit hours
    Introduction to American politics, the Constitution, Congress, Presidency, political parties, interest groups and principal contemporary problems of the U.S. government. Satisfies teacher certification requirements in Illinois and the U.S. Constitution.

    Core: Social Science.
    IAI: S5 900


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  • PSC 102 - Introduction to International Relations

    3.00 credit hours
    Trends in international relations from both a theoretical and practical perspective through the examination of power, diplomacy, morality, international law and organization.

    Core: Social Science.
    IAI: S5 904N


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  • PSC 103 - Introduction to Law

    3.00 credit hours
    The role of law in shaping values and controlling society examined through the humanities and social sciences, including literature, ethics, history, politics, philosophy and sociology. Topics include origins and nature of law, law and social change and uses of precedent. Students participate in legal arguments.

    Core: Social Science.


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  • PSC 200 - Introduction to Political Science

    3.00 credit hours
    Introduction to the foundational debates, methodologies and subfields of the discipline of political science. Students examine how ontological and epistemological commitments shape the production of knowledge about politics.

    Core: Social Science.
    IAI: S5 903


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  • PSC 201 - Practices of Political Science

    3.00 credit hours
    A continuation of PSC 200  in which students learn the process of undertaking independent and original Political Science scholarship. Topics covered include formulating research questions, theory building and hypothesis testing based on holes in existing literature, defining and measuring variables and discussing how advances in scholarship contributes to the understanding of political phenomena.

    Prerequisite(s): PSC 200 .
    Core: Social Science.


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  • PSC 211 - American Presidency

    3.00 credit hours
    In-depth study of the President’s constitutional and political power. Special attention to decision-making styles, the war power, presidential character, relations with the media and the public and crises such as the Cuban missile crisis, Watergate and the Iran-Contra affair.

    Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 .
    Core: Social Science.


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  • PSC 212 - American Congress

    3.00 credit hours
    Focus on how Congress works, including characteristics of members, staff, committees, procedures and debates. Student research examples: Clean Air Act, Iran-Contra hearings, Rules Committee, President-Congress relations.

    Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 .
    Core: Social Science.


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  • PSC 213 - Elections and Campaigns

    3.00 credit hours
    The role of parties, voters and the media in elections and the political process, including local, state and national races. Attention to social, economic and psychological factors affecting voting patterns. Fieldwork in campaigns is encouraged.

    Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 .
    Core: Social Science.


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  • PSC 214 - American Political Parties and Interest Groups

    3.00 credit hours
    This course provides an in-depth examination of American political parties and organized interest groups. We explore the interrelationship among such groups and discuss the importance of group activity, representation of constituencies and organizations, as well as the role of parties and interest groups in elections.

    Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 .
    Core: Social Science.


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  • PSC 215 - Political Behavior and Public Opinion

    3.00 credit hours
    An examination of the theoretical and applied aspects of opinion formation, measurement and expression in several Western democracies. Students explore modern polling techniques and engage in hands-on activities using the tools that social scientists use to analyze public opinion and to explain and predict political behavior.

    Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 .
    Core: Social Science.


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  • PSC 216 - Public Policy and Administration

    3.00 credit hours
    Introduction to the policymaking process and public administration, as well as an exploration of the most salient current policy issues in the United States. Content is placed in comparative context so that students are introduced to policymaking in other democratic nations and appreciate the uniqueness of the American system.


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  • PSC 221 - Comparative Politics

    3.00 credit hours
    A comparative approach to the major political systems in the world such as parliamentary, totalitarian and democratic. Typical countries include Russia, Japan, China, Great Britain and France.

    Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 .


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  • PSC 222 - American Foreign Policy

    3.00 credit hours
    Dynamics of the U.S. foreign policy decision-making process examined from the perspectives of the President, Congress and public opinion; special attention to the evolution of the U.S. role as a great power since World War II.

    Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 .


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  • PSC 230 - Mock Trial I: Techniques and Procedures

    3.00 credit hours
    Introduction to the rules, procedures and case materials of the American Mock Trial Association in preparation for regional and national competition.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.


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  • PSC 231 - Mock Trial II: Competition Practicum

    2.00 credit hours
    Preparation for and participation in Mock Trial tournament competition. This course is graded pass/no pass. May be taken up to three times for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.


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  • PSC 241 - Philosophy of Law

    3.00 credit hours
    (Same as: PHL 241 .) An introduction to the concept of law, including topics such as the nature of law, liberty and law, justice, legal responsibility, punishment and theories of legal interpretation.

    Prerequisite(s): PSC 103  or a PHL course.
    Core: Humanities.


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  • PSC 290 - Topics in Politics

    3.00 credit hours
    An examination of a current topical issue in politics, such as religion and politics or political corruption, in a seminar style format. Students conduct an analysis of the topic using primary documents and scholarly sources.


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  • PSC 295 - Research Practicum

    0.50-3.00 credit hours
    Students work in collaboration with faculty on ongoing research. Activities vary according to project needs and student background, but may include recruitment of participants, data collection, data coding and entry, bibliography construction, literature review or statistical analysis. This course is graded pass/no pass. May be taken more than once for up to three total credit hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent.


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  • PSC 312 - Women and American Politics

    3.00 credit hours
    (Same as: GWS 312 .) Study of women as citizens, candidates, and office holders within the American political system. Topics include, but are not limited to, social movements, electoral politics and interest group activities.

    Prerequisite(s): One of PSC 101 , GWS 100  or LEV 121 .
    ACR: Leadership, Ethics and Values.


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  • PSC 313 - Politics of Race, Gender and Class

    3.00 credit hours
    This course analyzes the interrelationship of race, class, and gender to explore how each has shaped the experiences of all people in the United States. It investigates these interlocking categories of experiences and conceptualizes them as interactive systems, not just as separate features of experience. The underlying perspective of this course is that race, class, and gender are part of the whole fabric of experience for all groups, not just women and people of color. As such, the course focuses on the institutional or structural basis for race, class and gender relations; the influence of race, class and gender in shaping social and political policy; the extent to which politics affects our understanding of race, class and gender, and how these categories illuminate or obscure our understanding of contemporary political issues.

    ACR: Leadership, Ethics and Values.


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  • PSC 321 - Model United Nations I

    3.00 credit hours
    Preparation for and participation in the American Model United Nations simulation program. Students represent a pre-selected country during three days of debate/diplomacy on current U.N. topics with students from other Midwest colleges. May be taken twice for credit.


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  • PSC 324 - International Political Economy

    3.00 credit hours
    (Same as: ECN 324 .) Analyses of the problems and prospects challenging the global community at a time of political and economic change through the study of the rules of industrialized countries, former socialist bloc states and the Third World. Attention is given to the interplay of political and economic power as components of planetary well-being.

    Prerequisite(s): ECN 100 ; or ECN 250  and ECN 252 .
    ACR: Intercultural.


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  • PSC 333 - International Law

    3.00 credit hours
    The development and use of international law in the conduct of international relations; special emphasis is placed on such current topics as space law, laws of war, law of the sea, diplomatic immunity and human rights.

    Prerequisite(s): PSC 102 .


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  • PSC 335 - Constitutional Law

    3.00 credit hours
    Analysis of U.S. Supreme Court opinions, methods of constitutional interpretation, and the philosophy and politics of decision-making. Focus is on powers of the judiciary, President and Congress; federal-state relations; and foreign affairs, war, commerce, taxing and spending powers.

    Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 , PSC 103 , PSC 200  and one other 200-level political science course.


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  • PSC 336 - Civil Rights, Liberties and Justice

    3.00 credit hours
    Focus on historical and contemporary topics in the area of constitutional litigation, such as free speech, press, religion, reproductive rights, privacy, rights of the criminally accused and discrimination (race, gender and sexual orientation). Constitutional litigation is approached from the viewpoint of politics, economics, history, social movements, value conflicts and leadership. Students assess the leadership role of individuals and groups in promoting and hindering social change.

    Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 .
    ACR: Leadership, Ethics and Values.


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  • PSC 341 - Classics of Political Philosophy

    3.00 credit hours
    (Same as: PHL 341 .) A survey of the history of Western political thought.

    Prerequisite(s): Any 200-level PSC course or two PHL courses.


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  • PSC 343 - Economic and Social Justice

    3.00 credit hours
    (Same as: PHL 343 .) A brief introduction to the concept of justice, followed by an examination of the alternative views of distributive justice. Alternatives include the various forms of liberalism (contractarianism, libertarianism and utilitarianism), Marxism, communitarianism, feminism and postmodernism.

    Prerequisite(s): One course in philosophy, economics, history, political science or sociology and anthropology.


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  • PSC 344 - Modern and Postmodern Political Thought: Culture and Power

    3.00 credit hours
    This course examines the relationship between culture and power. Culture infuses and constitutes forms of identity, organization, and practice in society, the economy and in politics. It informs the lives of humans in relation to one another and the social system in which they participate. Culture is the process of meaning making that gives rise to attitudes, beliefs, values and norms. The course outlines some of the central theoretical traditions in the study of cultural meaning making, and examines the relationship between processes of meaning making, power and domination in social life. Most of the readings make an effort to examine these issues in the context of specific past and present empirical cases in the United States and other societies.


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Psychology

  
  • PSY 100 - Psychology: Science of Behavior

    3.00 credit hours
    An examination of the basic concepts, processes, theories and empirical findings concerning the behavior of organisms. Consideration is given to the following topics: physiological and developmental basis of behavior, sensory and perceptual processes, states of consciousness, learning and memory and motivation and emotion, as well as personality, intellectual functioning, psychopathology and social influences on behavior.

    Core: Social Science.
    IAI: S6 900


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  • PSY 120 - Psychology of Personal Adjustment

    2.00 credit hours
    A survey of various theories of personality and development and their practical implications for effective coping with the demands of everyday life. Students are encouraged to differentiate empirically supported theories from the “pop psychology” that pervades modern media. Topics include stress and coping, identity development and self-assessment, interpersonal relationships, social influence, self-esteem, career development and behavior change. This course does not count toward a major in Psychology.


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  • PSY 200 - Evolutionary Psychology

    3.00 credit hours
    This course focuses on the evolution of behavioral and cognitive processes that relate to the adaptation of organisms to challenges of survival and successful reproduction. While the primary emphasis is on humans, consideration of such adaptations in non-human species provides a broader context for considering human evolutionary psychology. Topics for consideration include gender differences in sex and mating; parental investment and parent-offspring conflict; altruism and aggression; food preferences and habitat selection; and the potential integrative influence of evolutionary theory across the field of psychology.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100  or BIO 100  (or above).


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  • PSY 205 - Educational Psychology

    3.00 credit hours
    The application of various psychological concepts, theories and experimental findings to an understanding of human behavior in an instructional setting. Group discussions of actual case studies on problems in teaching and education are conducted. The course is required by all states for prospective public school teachers.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .


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  • PSY 210 - Child Development

    3.00 credit hours
    Theory and research from the field of child development are studied in order to better understand the child’s physical, language, cognitive, social and emotional development from birth to adolescence.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
    Core: Social Science.
    IAI: S6 903


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  • PSY 220 - Psychology of Adolescence

    3.00 credit hours
    This course focuses on the developmental tasks of adolescence, such as forming an identity and developing mature relations with peers, family and possible mates. Theory and research in the area of adolescent psychology are examined.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
    Core: Social Science.
    IAI: S6 904


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  • PSY 230 - Psychology of Adulthood and Aging

    3.00 credit hours
    The focus of this course is on the developmental tasks of adulthood, beginning with the transition from adolescence to young adulthood and ending with the issues faced by the oldest members of our society. Discussion of theories and research related to identity, adult relationships, sexuality, careers and retirement, health and wellness, the biological process underlying aging and the pursuit of “successful aging.”

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
    Core: Social Science.
    IAI: S6 905


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  • PSY 240 - Social Psychology

    3.00 credit hours
    An examination of the theories and research regarding human social behavior. Discussed in this area are social perception, self-perception, attitudes, social influence, attraction, altruism, aggression, group effects and environmental psychology.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
    Core: Social Science.
    IAI: S8 900


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  • PSY 250 - Statistics

    3.00 credit hours
    A course stressing the methods, concepts and logic underlying the statistical evaluation of research data. The course stresses descriptive and inferential statistics, estimation and hypothesis testing and “why” as well as “when” to use various statistical methods. A working knowledge of basic algebraic techniques is necessary. Only one of PSY 250  and BUS 241 /ECN 241  may be taken for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 118  or higher.
    Core: Mathematics.
    IAI: M1 902


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  • PSY 255 - Research Design and Experimentation

    3.75 credit hours
    The activities involved in obtaining, accumulating and organizing scientific knowledge through experimentation are stressed in this course. The concepts, logic and methods which serve as a basis for designing and conducting scientific research are presented in lecture and laboratory periods, and are practiced in laboratory exercises and in individual projects. Laboratory required.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100  and a minimum grade of C- in PSY 250 .


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  • PSY 270 - Industrial Psychology

    3.00 credit hours
    This course explores the relationship between individuals and their jobs. Topics include psychological theory and research related to job-design, selection, training, assessment and career development.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .


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  • PSY 280 - Drugs and Behavior

    3.00 credit hours
    An examination of drug effects on behavior, with emphasis on topics such as the neurophysiology of drug action, drug use versus drug abuse, physical versus psychological dependence and the legal and social implications of drug use. A range of classes of psychoactive drugs is considered, including stimulants, depressants, alcohol, opiates, hallucinogens and psychotherapeutic drugs.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .


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  • PSY 282 - Stress and Coping

    3.00 credit hours
    This course surveys theories and research about stress and coping. Specific topics include the physiology of stress, psychoneuroimmunology, effects of stress on mental health and behavior, coping styles and stress management.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .


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  • PSY 295 - Research Practicum

    0.50-3.00 credit hours
    Students work in collaboration with faculty on ongoing research. Activities vary according to project needs and student background, but may include recruitment of participants, data collection, data coding and entry, literature review, statistical analysis, etc. This course is graded pass/no pass. Repeatable up to three times or three credit hours.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .


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  • PSY 310 - Cultural Psychology

    3.00 credit hours
    (Same as: SOA 310 .) The course considers what we mean by culture, and how taking culture into account affects our knowledge of basic psychology in areas like human development, the self-concept, gender expectations, as well as our understanding of mental illness. The course focuses on both psychological and anthropological approaches to studying culture and the pros and cons of different approaches.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 ; SOA 105  or any 200-level Psychology course, excluding PSY 250 .
    ACR: Intercultural.


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  • PSY 320 - Personality

    3.00 credit hours
    The structure, development, expressions and measurements of the normal personality. The course considers major personality theories, methods of psychotherapy and counseling, ideal models of human living and the mature personality.

    Prerequisite(s): One 200-level Psychology course excluding PSY 250 .


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  • PSY 324 - Abnormal Psychology

    3.00 credit hours
    The focus of this course is on understanding the causes, diagnostic criteria, and treatment of psychological disorders in adults (including such diverse problems as adult depression, anxiety disorders, personality disorders and schizophrenia). Issues such as diagnostic interviewing, stigma and cultural relativity are also discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): one 200-level Psychology course.


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  • PSY 325 - Child Psychopathology

    3.00 credit hours
    The focus of this course is on understanding the causes, diagnostic criteria and treatment of psychological disorders in children and adolescents (including such diverse problems as childhood depression, ADHD, eating disorders and autism). Particular emphasis is placed on treatment modalities that are specific to problems in childhood, such as parent training, play therapy and family therapy.

    Prerequisite(s): One 200-level course in Psychology, excluding PSY 250 .


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  • PSY 330 - Community Psychology

    3.00 credit hours
    Community Psychology presents a complementary perspective to traditional clinical psychology. Community psychologists focus on preventing mental disorders before they occur, and more generally on promoting mental health. They often address these goals by studying, designing and implementing programs and policies that build communities (schools, neighborhoods, the larger society, etc.) which are more conducive to good mental health. Topics discussed include prevention, program evaluation, creation of settings, psychological conceptions of the environment, social support, community organization and development, empowerment and social action, mutual help, participant research, social justice, social policy and ethics of community intervention.

    Prerequisite(s): One 200-level Psychology course, excluding PSY 250 ; Junior standing.
    ACR: Leadership, Ethics and Values.


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  • PSY 340 - Learning

    3.75 credit hours
    This course surveys theories of learning from an historical perspective. In addition, developments in methodology and applications of learning are discussed (e.g., behavior modification and programmed instruction). A weekly lab is included. Laboratory required.

    Prerequisite(s): One 200-level course in Psychology, excluding PSY 250 .


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  • PSY 345 - Cognitive Psychology

    3.75 credit hours
    An examination of how humans acquire, store, retrieve and use knowledge. The course emphasizes an information processing approach to cognition and deals with such topics as perception, selective attention, memory, imagery, problem-solving, reasoning, artificial intelligence and decision-making. A weekly laboratory is included. Laboratory required.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 255 .


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  • PSY 350 - Clinical Psychology

    3.00 credit hours
    This course provides an empirical overview of the various assessment techniques, treatment modalities and ethical and controversial issues in the field of clinical psychology. Students also gain exposure to practical skills used by clinicians in various therapeutic settings. Special consideration is given to helping students practice various counseling techniques, develop self-awareness and apply theories of psychotherapy to their own lives via role plays and experiential exercises.

    Prerequisite(s): One 200-level Psychology course.


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  • PSY 360 - Psychological Assessment

    3.00 credit hours
    This course examines theory, construction, evaluation and interpretation of psychological tests. Special emphasis is placed on the ethical and appropriate use of tests and the intersection between testing and contemporary society. Special topics include testing in the areas of intelligence, personality, attitudes, interests and abilities.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250  and one additional 200-level Psychology course.


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  • PSY 370 - Biological Psychology

    3.75 credit hours
    An examination of the manner in which genetic, neural, biochemical and endocrine factors contribute to behavior and mental processes. Special attention is given to biological contributions to behavioral development, sensory processes, sexual and aggressive behavior, motivation, sleep, emotion and psychopathology. Laboratory activities include exposure to a variety of methods related to biopsychology, dissections of the ruminant brain and the eye and activities related to sensory and motor processes. Laboratory required.

    Prerequisite(s): BIO 100 , BIO 151  or BIO 152 ; one 200-level Psychology course, excluding PSY 250 .


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  • PSY 380 - History of Psychology

    3.00 credit hours
    An examination of the major factors providing the roots for psychology, as well as the significant persons and theories which shaped its subsequent development as the scientific approach to the study of behavior and mental processes.

    Prerequisite(s): One HST course and one 200-level Psychology course, excluding PSY 250 .


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  • PSY 385 - Health Psychology

    3.00 credit hours
    This course studies how biological, psychological, behavioral and social factors influence health and illness. Specific topics include psychological contributors to illness, behavior change, stress management/coping, disease prevention, weight control, coping with chronic illness and the healthcare delivery system.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 ; one 200-level Psychology course or one 200-level Biology course.


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  • PSY 390 - Seminar

    1.00-3.00 credit hours
    Seminar courses are offered on a variable time schedule and focus on a variety of topics of current or recurrent interest in psychology. The topics chosen depend upon faculty and student interest and are publicized in the course schedule for the terms during which the seminar is offered. Repeatable with different topics.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100  and one 200-level Psychology course, excluding PSY 250 .


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  • PSY 490 - Seminar

    3.00 credit hours
    An in-depth study of a specific topic or issue in psychology. Students are expected to read and discuss original sources and current literature in psychology. Repeatable with different content.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 255  and one 300-level Psychology course.


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Radiation Therapy

  
  • RDT 410 - Management and Methods of Patient Care I

    2.00 credit hours
    An overview of the foundations, concepts, and theories in radiation therapy, and the practitioner’s role in the health care delivery system. The interrelation of standards of care, law, ethical standards and competence is examined, along with medical terminology (the standardized language of medical practice, including abbreviations and symbols). Concepts and competencies in assessment and evaluation of the patient for service delivery. Psychological and physical needs, and factors affecting treatment outcome are examined. Routine and emergency care procedures are presented.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program.


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  • RDT 412 - Radiation Safety and Protection

    2.00 credit hours
    Presents basic principles of radiation protection and safety for the radiation therapist. Radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies and health care organizations are incorporated. Specific responsibilities of the radiation therapist are discussed, examined, performed and evaluated.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program.


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  • RDT 413 - Medical Imaging

    2.00 credit hours
    Procedure for imaging human structure and their relevance to radiation therapy; topographical anatomy, radiographic and cross-sectional anatomy. Identification of anatomic structures as demonstrated through various imaging modalities.


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  • RDT 414 - Pathology

    2.00 credit hours
    The course content is presented in two parts: general pathology and neoplasia. General pathology introduces basic disease concepts, theories of disease causation and system-by-system pathophysiologic disorders most frequently encountered in clinical practice. Neoplasia provides an in-depth study of new and abnormal development of cells. It presents the processes involved in the development and classification of both benign and malignant tumors, and site-specific information on malignant tumors.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program.


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  • RDT 416 - Radiation Physics

    2.00 credit hours
    Establishes a basic knowledge of physics pertinent to developing an understanding of radiations used in the clinical setting. Covers fundamental physical units, measurements, principles, atomic structure and types of radiation. Also presents fundamentals of x-ray generating equipment, x-ray production and the interaction with matter.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program.


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  • RDT 418 - Radiation Therapy Physics

    2.00 credit hours
    Reviews and expands concepts and theories presented in the radiation physics course. Presents detailed analysis of the structure of matter, properties of radiation, nuclear transformations, x-ray production and interactions of ionizing radiation. Also covered are treatment units used in external radiation therapy, measurement and quality of ionizing radiation produced, absorbed dose measurement, dose distribution and scatter analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program.


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  • RDT 420 - Radiation Biology

    2.00 credit hours
    Presents basic concepts and principles of radiation biology. Covers the interactions of radiation with cells, tissues and the body as a whole, and resultant biophysical events. The theories and principles of tolerance dose, time-dose relationships and fractionation schemes as related to the clinical practice of radiation therapy are discussed, examined and evaluated.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program.


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  • RDT 422 - Introduction to Technical Radiation Therapy

    2.00 credit hours
    Covers the factors that govern and influence the production and recording of radiographic images for patient simulation, treatment planning and treatment verification in radiation oncology. Radiation oncology imaging equipment and related devices are presented.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program.


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  • RDT 430 - Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy I

    3.00 credit hours
    Content is designed to examine and evaluate the management of neoplastic disease using knowledge of arts and sciences, while promoting critical thinking and the basics of ethical clinical decision making. The epidemiology, etiology, detection, diagnosis, patient condition, treatment and prognosis of neoplastic disease will be presented, discussed and evaluated in relationship with histology, anatomical site and patterns of spread. The radiation therapists responsibility in the management of neoplastic disease will be examined and linked to the skills required to analyze complex issues and make informed decisions.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the RDT program and instructor consent.


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  • RDT 431 - Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy II

    3.00 credit hours
    Examines and evaluates the management of neoplastic disease using knowledge in arts and sciences, while promoting critical thinking and the basics of ethical clinical decision making. The epidemiology, etiology, detection, diagnosis, patient condition, treatment and prognosis of neoplastic disease are discussed and evaluated as they relate to histology, anatomical site and patterns of spread. The radiation therapist’s responsibility in the management of neoplastic disease is examined, and linked to the skills required to analyze complex issues and make informed decisions.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program.


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  • RDT 434 - Quality Management

    2.00 credit hours
    Presentation of the evolution of quality management (QM) programs and continuing quality improvement in radiation oncology. Topics include the need for quality assurance (QA) checks; QA of the clinical aspects and chart checks; film checks; evaluations and tests performed on simulators, megavoltage therapy equipment and therapy planning units; the role of radiation therapists in QM programs; legal and regulatory implications for maintaining appropriate guidelines; and the role computers and information systems serve within the radiation oncology department.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program.


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  • RDT 435 - Technical Radiation Therapy I

    2.00 credit hours
    This course provides the student therapist with the technical aspects of radiation therapy. Discussion will include orientation to the function and operation of radiation therapy equipment. The clinical lab component of this course provides a hands-on, sequential application, and clinical integration of concepts and theories in the radiation therapy clinic and the didactic portion of this course. Concepts of team practice, patient-centered and clinical practice will be discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program and instructor consent.


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  • RDT 436 - Technical Radiation Therapy II

    2.00 credit hours
    An overview of factors that influence and govern clinical planning of patient treatment. Included are isodose descriptions, patient contouring, radiobiologic considerations, dosimetric calculations, compensation and clinical application of treatment beams. Optimal treatment planning is emphasized. Particle beams, stereotactic and emerging technologies are presented.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program.


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  • RDT 440 - Operational Issues in Radiation Therapy

    1.00 credit hours
    Focuses on various radiation therapy operational issues. Continuing Quality Improvement project development and evaluation and assessment techniques are emphasized. Human resource issues and regulations impacting radiation therapists are examined. Covers accreditation agencies and the radiation therapist’s role in the accreditation process. Presents billing and reimbursement issues pertinent to the radiation therapy department.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program.


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  • RDT 442 - Clinical Practicum I

    3.00 credit hours
    Sequential development, application, analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in radiation therapy. Through structured sequential assignments in clinical facilities, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined and evaluated. Includes supervised clinical education, which offers exposure to a sufficient and well-balanced variety of radiation treatments, examinations and equipment. Rotations include: three general radiation therapy treatment rooms, Simulator/CT simulator, Nursing department and Physics/Dosimetry department.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the RDT program.


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Religious Studies

  
  • REL 100 - Introduction to World Religions

    3.00 credit hours
    An introduction to the major religions of the world. The primary methodology is phenomenological. Special emphasis is given to the beliefs, rituals, sacred texts and ethical dimension of each religion.

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.
    IAI: H5 900


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  • REL 110 - Introduction to Bible

    3.00 credit hours
    An introductory survey course of the Bible that identifies major historical and cultural forces that influenced the development of Biblical religion and analyzes dominant theological themes in the Biblical texts. May not be taken for credit by a student who has already taken either REL 210  or REL 220 .

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.


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  • REL 115 - Christian Ethics

    3.00 credit hours
    An examination of the Christian basis for morality and arguments by which specific moral actions are justified. Attention is given to such perennial moral issues as capital punishment, sexuality, biomedical ethics and political obligations.

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.


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  • REL 125 - Religious Ethics

    3.00 credit hours
    A comparison of ethical experience, sources, norms and methods as interpreted by at least one Eastern religion and one Western religion. Attention is given to specific issues such as marriage and family, war and peace and social responsibility

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.


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  • REL 210 - Old Testament

    3.00 credit hours
    An introduction to the Old Testament in its historical setting. Attention is given to the interpretation of the exodus, the monarchy, the prophetic movement, the exile and the postexilic experience.

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.
    IAI: H5 901


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  • REL 215 - The Evolution of God

    3.00 credit hours
    This course examines the origin and development of ancient Israel’s portrayals of God. It traces these beliefs from their origins in the religions of the surrounding ancient Near Eastern cultures through the development of monotheism and the apocalyptic worldview, exploring the various ways in which ancient cultures contrasted divine and human standards of ethical behavior. The course concludes with various early Christian descriptions of the relation of the Christian Messiah to the God of Israel in the writings of the New Testament.

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.


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  • REL 220 - New Testament

    3.00 credit hours
    An introduction to the New Testament in its historical setting. Attention is given to the social and religious milieu of the early Christian community, the interpretation of the Synoptic Gospels, the theological themes in Paul’s letters and the unique motifs in the Johannine literature.

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.
    IAI: H5 901


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  • REL 222 - Violence, War and Peace in the Bible

    3.00 credit hours
    The course examines traditions from both the Old and New Testaments in regard to issues of violence, war and peace in the biblical texts. Different portrayals of the character of God as warlike and vengeful, as well as beneficent and peace-loving, are examined, in places in dialogue with the religious traditions of the surrounding cultures. The different portrayals of violence and peace in the human community are discussed in light of these depictions of God.

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.


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  • REL 225 - Urban Ethics and Religion

    3.00 credit hours
    This course examines the relationship between urban problems in America and religious communities and their teachings. Attention is given to the ways religious institutions can be both part of the problem and part of the solution within urban contexts, as well as to specific resources within religious traditions for illuminating and improving urban life. Field trip and guest speakers .

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.


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  • REL 230 - Gender in the Judeo-Christian Traditions

    3.00 credit hours
    (Same as: GWS 230.) The study of how gender affects religious practices, beliefs and experiences in Christianity and Judaism.

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.


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  • REL 235 - Sexuality and Christianity

    3.00 credit hours
    (Same as GWS 235 .) An examination of contemporary Christian approaches to sexuality in a dialogue with secular philosophies of sexuality.

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.


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  • REL 240 - Religion in the United States

    3.00 credit hours
    This course addresses religious diversity in the U.S. by examining several religious traditions. These traditions serve as a lens through which to view issues relevant to contemporary American culture. Particular attention is given to the resources present within each tradition for spiritual transformation within the North American context.

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.
    IAI: H5 905


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  • REL 245 - Religion and Ethics in Film

    3.00 credit hours
    A study of religious and ethical values present in popular film. Attention is given to issues such as race, gender, minority religious traditions, sexual norms and the intersection of religion and politics.

    Core: Humanities.
    ACR: Religion and Ethics.


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